Rick Campanelli was the winner of the 1994 MuchMusic Temp contest. He was introduced to the Much Music viewers in 1996. He is currently a MuchMusic Video Jockey, Co-Host of "MuchOnDemand: Primetime", Writer of "The MuchMusic Countdown" and Co-Host of "The MuchMusic Radio Countdown".

Rick Campanelli grew up in Hamilton, Ontario. He attended University in St. Catharines at Brock University and earned an honours degree in Physical Education.

In the video game NHL 2005, Campanelli is featured in the free agent pool.